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Lithospermum and Zhi Shi Decoction

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Lithospermum and Zhi Shi Decoction,For abdominal distension associated with smallpox, whether caused by heat toxins or exposure to cold.

Formulas Name : Lithospermum and Zhi Shi Decoction

Chinese Name : 紫草枳实汤

Drug Formulation

1 qian 2 fen of Lithospermum root, 1 qian 2 fen of Schisandra fruit, 1 qian 1 fen of Magnolia bark, 1 qian 1 fen of Sophora root, 1 qian of White peony root, 1 qian of Fritillaria bulb, 1 qian of Zhi Shi, 1 qian of Chebulic myrobalan, 1 qian of Cardamom, 8 fen of Cicada slough, 8 fen of Platycodon root, 8 fen of Atractylodes rhizome, 7 fen of Cimicifuga root, and 6 fen of Licorice root.

Source

*Zhun Sheng: Pediatrics*, Volume 6.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a powder.

Benefits

For abdominal distension associated with smallpox, whether caused by heat toxins or exposure to cold.

Instructions for Use

Take 4 qian per dose; decoct in water and take after a meal.

Lithospermum and Zhi Shi Decoction,*Zhun Sheng: Pediatrics*, Volume 6.,For abdominal distension associated with smallpox, whether caused by heat toxins or exposure to cold.

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